Latest Advances and Prospects in Valvular Heart Diseases
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Cardiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 March 2026 | Viewed by 25
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Recent advances in valvular heart disease (VHD) have focused on improved diagnostic techniques, innovative surgical approaches, and better management strategies.
Key developments include the following:
- Transcatheter Valve Therapies: Minimally invasive procedures, such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and transcatheter mitral valve repair, have gained traction. These methods reduce recovery time and complications compared to traditional surgeries.
- Imaging Technologies: Enhanced imaging modalities, including 3D echocardiography and cardiac MRI, allow for more accurate assessment of valve structure and function, aiding in better treatment planning.
- Genetic Insights: Research into the genetic basis of certain VHDs has opened new avenues for understanding and potentially preventing conditions, such as aortic stenosis and mitral valve prolapse.
- Bioprosthetic Valve Innovations: New materials and designs for bioprosthetic valves aim to improve durability and reduce the risk of thrombosis, leading to better long-term outcomes for patients.
- Pharmacological Advances: The development of new anticoagulants and antiplatelet therapies has improved management of patients with prosthetic valves, especially those at higher risk for thromboembolic events.
- Patient-Centric Approaches: Increasing emphasis on shared decision-making and individualized treatment plans ensures that patient preferences and lifestyle are taken into account, leading to better adherence and outcomes.
Overall, the future of VHD management looks promising, with ongoing research likely to yield even more breakthroughs in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
In this Special Issue, we welcome authors to submit papers on the recent advances in valvular heart disease (VHD), which have focused on improved diagnostic techniques, innovative surgical approaches, and better management strategies.
Dr. Konstantinos M. Lampropoulos
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- valvular heart disease (VHD)
- diagnostic advances
- minimally invasive surgery
- transcatheter valve interventions
- valve repair techniques
- patient management strategies
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